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nycticorax

/ˈnɪk.tɪ.kɔː.ræks/

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noun

/ˈnɪk.tɪ.kɔː.ræks/C2formalscientific
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее род ночных цапель, в частности, цапель Старого Света.

A proper noun referring to a genus of night herons, specifically the Old World night herons.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Old World night heronsC2formalscientific

    A genus of night herons, typically found in the Old World, known for their nocturnal habits and stocky build.

    ruКваква

    • The Nycticorax species are often observed near marshes and wetlands.
    • Ornithologists study the migratory patterns of Nycticorax herons.
    • A Nycticorax was spotted hunting for fish at dusk.

    Synonymsnight heron